The Spanish foundry Funosa is modernizing its equipment fleet with an RDGE 1250 wire belt continuous shot blasting machine from Rösler. Focus: sand removal from heavy iron castings, energy efficiency, ease of maintenance and ESG strategy.
The 'X-Force Threat Intelligence Index 2026' from IBM shows a significant increase in AI-supported cyber attacks. In 2025, 40% of the incidents observed worldwide began with the exploitation of vulnerabilities. Europe was the third most common target region with a 25% share.
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AI leaves the demonstration level and becomes production reality: From April 20 to 24, Hannover Messe 2026 will showcase concrete applications in robotics, automation and networked manufacturing - supplemented by new exhibitors, new formats and the political focus on partner country Brazil.
Stefan Schönegger succeeds Florian Schneeberger as CTO of ABB Machine Automation (B&R), who has been Division President of the Machine Automation Division and CEO of B&R Industrial Automation since November 1, 2025.
Strategic realignment with brand relaunch
The Helukabel Group is parting with part of its name: in future, the company will only operate under the Helu brand. With this step, the specialist for electrical connection technology is underlining its strategic development from a classic cable manufacturer to a system and solution provider.
After rolling bearing damage to a rotary kiln in a cement plant, the existing gear rim was badly damaged and had to be replaced. SEW-Eurodrive worked closely with the operator to supply a new ring gear and supported the commissioning. The project contributes significantly to the long-term operational reliability and efficiency of the plant.
A transparent overview of the devices actually installed is the prerequisite for targeted maintenance, forward-looking risk management and reliable investment planning. The dynamic analysis of the installed base creates this basis by creating digital twins of all assets and evaluating them systematically and practically.
At Maintenance, RS offers an overview of its range of products and services. From consumption meters and frequency inverters to power supplies and measuring and testing devices, the company provides support in the selection of products and solutions.
At Maintenance, Conrad will be providing an overview of its services as a solution provider in the field of technical procurement and showcasing a number of measurement technology innovations.
A third of tech start-ups in Germany report an improved business situation, almost as many report a deterioration. Nine % expect a possible insolvency within a year. Only half would start up again in Germany.
